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College
Welcomes
Honored Guests
>> Page 2
2015 • JANUARY
Testing Center
Helps Boost
Careers
>> Page 7
College for MEAndroscoggin
Honors
>> Page 4
Honor Society
Welcomes New
Inductees
>> Page 5
Student’s Act of
Kindness Wins Local
Charity over $2,000 in
Gifts for the Holidays
We often witness our students
performing acts of kindness here
at Central Maine Community
College. Whether it’s donating
canned goods to a food drive,
holding the door for someone
with hands full of books, or
paying for someone’s meal just
because they can, our students
are generous and kind people.
This year, Hannah Bowie, a
Human Services student, took
this kindness and brought it
to Common Ties, a wellness
and recovery center located in
Lewiston. After interning this
past fall semester in both one-onone and group settings, Hannah
realized Common Ties needed
more.
Positive FM (89.3 WMSJ), a
radio station in Freeport, runs an
annual event called “Christmas
Wish.” For this, individuals
nominate those most in need
with a simple letter. Seeing an
opportunity, Hannah wrote to
Positive FM about Common Ties.
>>Continue reading on page 8
Above: Hannah Bowie (striped
shirt, center back), poses with
volunteers and individuals at the
Common Ties holiday party this
past December.
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College Welcomes Honored Guests
The College was pleased to welcome two
distinguished Maine natives to the campus
recently. Elizabeth Strout is the author of the New
York Times bestseller Olive Kitteridge, for which
she was awarded the Pulitzer Prize. She has also
written Abide with Me, Amy and Isabelle, and
The Burgess Boys. Her husband Jim Tierney is
a former Maine State Attorney General and the
Director of the National State Attorneys General
Program at Columbia Law School, where he
has been a lecturer in law since 2000. He is
also a lecturer at Harvard Law School and was
a member of the Board of Commentators of
the Courtroom Television Network where he
appeared regularly as a guest. They are pictured
here with President Knapp and Dean Roger
Philippon.
Plaque Commemorates CMCC’s
First Home
President Scott Knapp and Tina Legere, president
of Central Maine Medical Center, unveiled a
commemorative plaque recently in the lobby
of the medical office building at 287 Main
Street in Lewiston. This building, originally
a Buick dealership, served as the first home
of the College for two years. Known as the
Androscoggin State Vocational Institute when it
opened in September, 1964 with fewer than100
students, the College was renamed Central
Maine Vocational Technical Institute in 1965.
The College moved to its present location on
Turner Street in Auburn in the fall of 1966. More
than 3,100 students are now enrolled at CMCC
in over 24 different programs.
A New Face in the Learning & Advising Center
CMCC is proud to welcome Amy Drumb, our new Learning
and Advising Specialist. Amy comes to Maine by way of
Florida, where she served as Instructor of History at Polk State
College in Winter Haven, Florida. Originally from Taunton,
MA, Amy earned her B.A. in U.S. History and Creative
Writing from Wheaton College, and subsequently her M.A. in
Diplomacy & Military Studies from Hawaii Pacific University.
Amy is currently searching for a home here in Maine while her
husband continues in his position in athletic administration in
Florida and holds down the fort with their two fur babies - an
English Bulldog named Uga, and a cat named Peggy.
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Retiring Faculty Members
Honored
We said so long last month to two longtime faculty members who retired at the
end of the fall semester. Paul Gagnon
served as an instructor in the Automotive
Technology program since 1982! He also
chaired the department for many years.
Pat Richards was a nursing instructor since
2002. President Knapp presented them
with the official CMCC lamp during the
holiday reception held in Culinary. Thank
you both for your many years of devoted
service – you will be missed.
Student Receives MEREDA Scholarship
Cody Timberlake is one of seven Maine
community college students to receive a
$1,000 scholarship from the Maine Real
Estate & Development Association.
Cody Timberlake of South Paris has been awarded a
$1,000 scholarship from the Maine Real Estate Business
& Development Association (MEREDA) for study during
the current academic year.
To qualify for the scholarship, students must be a Maine
resident, have financial need, and be enrolled as a
second-year student in the building trades, architecture,
construction, engineering or business program at a
Maine community college.
The funds for the scholarships were raised through
MEREDA’s annual “Strikes for Scholars” bowl-a-thon in
May. The association’s goal is to raise enough each
year to fund at least one scholarship at each of Maine’s
community colleges and support Maine students as
they prepare for careers in areas of study that promote
MEREDA’s mission of responsible development and
ownership of real estate throughout the state.
http://mereda.org/. Presenting the MEREDA scholarship to Cody Timberlake
(second from right) are MEREDA President Mke O’Reilly
of Bangor Savings Bank, and MEREDA Vice President of
Operations Shelly Clark. At right is CMCC Dean of Planning
& Public Affairs Roger Philippon.
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College for ME-Androscoggin Honors
A recent alum was honored at the annual College for
ME-Androscoggin awards luncheon held December
5. David Perreault, a 2014 honors graduate of the
Computer Technology program, was presented with
one of the College for ME Student Awards. David
is a member of Phi Theta Kappa and is currently
employed at Bates College as the assistant director
of cash operations and technology. He is now
pursuing his bachelor’s degree. Two current students
who are also College for ME scholarship recipients,
Sherri Jewel and Autumn Reynolds, participated in a
panel discussion about their college experiences.
Founded in 2005, College for ME-Androscoggin
unites more than 40 organizations and businesses
that together are helping thousands of Central Maine
residents achieve their higher education aspirations.
www.collegeformeandroscoggin.org.
Photos left to right: Rosemarie Sheline, DDS, presents
David Perreault with his award; Sherri Jewel (right) laughs
in response to a question from Joan Macri of College for
ME-Androscoggin; Autumn Reynolds, participant in the
student panel.
Photos courtesy of College for ME-Androscoggin.
Foundation Members Visit Graphics Students
Several members of the CM Foundation Board of Directors visited the Graphic Communications
department after their December meeting to meet with students and view the Fall Portfolio Exhibit.
Left: Bud Willey talks with students Mahiha Morin, Jonathan Brown, and Logan Levesque.
Right: Bruce Tisdale, president of Mountain Machine Works, Bud Willey, president of Canteen Service Co., and
Chip Roche, president of Newfab, Inc., chat with Department Chair Donna Dancause.
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Honor Society Welcomes New Inductees
More than
30 students
were
inducted
recently
as new
members of
the Alpha
Phi Xi
Chapter of
Phi Theta
Kappa, the international honor society for twoyear colleges. President Judy Schneider also
installed the following new officers: Melissa
Cable, vice president; Riley Morgan-Huff, public
relations secretary; Adriane Kramer, recording
secretary; and Donna Moreno, treasurer.
To be eligible for Phi Theta Kappa membership,
students must be pursuing an associate
degree and have a cumulative grade point
average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Among the new members are Larissa Allen,
Robert Babb, John Beaulieu, Michael Bolduc,
Hannah Bowie, Elizabeth Buhelt, Ashley Cass,
Mary Chasse, Andre Chasse, Joseph Clarke,
Elaine Crosby, Brittany Crowninshield, Nathan
Dandridge, Autumn Doiron, Jennifer Dooley,
Belise Dusenge, Jamie Ellsworth, Marcia Gray, Khadro Ibrahim, Simplice Iradukunda,
Adriane Kramer, Gabrielle Luce, Kaitlin Mador,
Brynn O’Connor, Adalberto Pautt Lozano,
Adam Soto, Sarah Starkey, Michelle Taylor, and
Thomas Williams.
Above Left: Riley Morgan-Huff, left, public relations
secretary for the Alpha Phi Xi Chapter, gives a flower
and candle to new member Adriane Kramer, who was
also installed as recording secretary.
Below: The Alpha Phi Xi Chapter officers for 20142015, left to right: Adriane Kramer, recording
secretary; Riley Morgan-Huff, public relations
secretary; Judy Schneider, president; Melissa Cable,
vice president; Donna Moreno, treasurer.
Maggie Sabine Reaches Milestone
Former Mustang standout Maggie
Sabine of Litchfield, who is now a
starting forward for St. Michael’s
College in Vermont, recently scored
the 1,000th point of her collegiate
career in an NCAA Division II
game against Post University.
Maggie also reached 1,000 points
during her playing days at Oak
Hill School. At CMCC, Maggie
was recognized as a USCAA
Division-II First Team All-American,
a two-time YSCC Tournament Most
Valuable Player, and an YSCC AllStar. She was inducted last year as
a member of the CM Athletics Hall
of Fame. Read more about Maggie
in the Sun Journal.
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Earn Your Degree in Network Security/
Computer Forensics at CMCC
To help meet the growing need for qualified professionals in
the area of technology security, the College is now offering
a program in Network Security/Computer Forensics. This
associate degree option focuses on securing, testing, and
analyzing information as it is stored, manipulated, and
communicated across networks. The skills learned will give
students a strong background in computer technology and
networks, and graduates can choose to go directly into the
workforce or transfer to a baccalaureate degree program. Graduates will be prepared to work as PC repair technicians,
network security officers and analysts, network administrators,
forensic analysts, and computer managers.
Student Success Story
David
Michael
Lawrence,
a current
CPT AAS
student,
was hired
for an IT
position at
Carbonite.
______________________________________________________
CMCC
helped me get my job at Carbonite.
Ashley Hayes spoke with Kevin Lapointe
and they made the accommodations to get
me into training. Also with the knowledge
I obtained I quickly got promoted to tier
two support. I learned a lot not only from
the CPT courses but non-CPT courses as
well. Recently Carbonite has decided to
restructure their support system and I have
been told I will be going to the highest
position of technical support. I have only
been working with the company about 8
months. I am one of about three people to
be in this position in less than a year.
$400 Scholarship available!
This scholarship can be used for:
David Michael Lawrence
CMCC Student, Computer Technology
AAS
To be eligible you must:
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Complete a 2014-2015 FAFSA at
www.fafsa.gov (CM’s school code is 005276) and
demonstrate financial need as determined by the College
• Summer courses ONLY
• Credit (ie: English, Math, Humanities & Social Science
electives toward degree program). (Must currently be
enrolled in or be accepted into the Computer Technology
or Network Security/Computer Forensics degree program
for the Fall 2015 Semester)
• Non-credit courses related to the Maine is IT! Grant (ie:
Microsoft Security Fundamentals)
Apply now for the Fall! Contact Emily at 755-5375 or
[email protected]. More information on the program is
available online.
This program is funded by (or in part by) a $13 million grant from the U.S.
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. This is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action programs. Adaptive equipment will
be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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David Michael’s continued education
enabled him to join Carbonite ahead of
the curve and hit the ground running.
With the major technical requirements
already covered, he quickly learned the
skills necessary to successfully support
Carbonite’s business customers. His hard
work and dedication are major parts
of his success but it was his advanced
knowledge and skills that truly set him
apart. We have high expectations of
Davidmichael and expect him to play a
major role in Carbonite.
Robert Frost
Vice President of Customer Care,
Carbonite
Upcoming IT Professional
Development
Testing Center Helps Boost Careers
The technology industry is competitive. With the development
of new products and ideas every day, securing a technologyrelated job can be challenging if you don’t have all the tools
you need to succeed. Corporate & Community Services offers
industry-recognized certifications and certificates. The skills
you learn in these programs will give you the confidence and
the edge you need to land the perfect IT job!
CompTIA A+
Monday & Wednesdays, 2/23/15 through 4/15/15
5:00pm – 9:00pm
No Cost for Accepted Participants
If you’re considering a career as a technical support specialist, a field service technician or an IT support specialist, the
CompTIA A+ course is your first step. Applications and
required documents for this free program must be
received by 1/23/15. Accepted participants may receive
free remediation services in the areas of math, algebra, reading, writing, and basic computer skills. All required materials
and certification vouchers are included.
Microsoft Server Administration Fundamentals
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2/24/15 through 3/19/15
5:00pm – 9:00pm
$599
This thirty-two hour Microsoft IT Academy training course prepares for Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Exam 98-365.
Participants build an understanding of server installation, server
rolls, active directory, storage, and performance management.
There are no prerequisites. The cost for this course includes all
course materials, six-month access to a practice exam ($80
value) and one test voucher for the Microsoft Windows Server
Administration certification exam ($115 value).
Microsoft Security Fundamentals
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3/24/15 through 4/16/15
5:00pm – 9:00pm
$599
This thirty-two hour Microsoft IT Academy training course prepares for Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Exam 98-367.
Participants build an understanding of security layers, authentication, authorization, accounting, security policies, operating
system security, network security and security software. There
are no prerequisites. The cost for this course includes all course
materials, six-month access to a practice exam ($80 value) and
one test voucher for the Microsoft Security Fundamentals certification exam ($115 value).
These workforce solutions are funded by (or in part by) a $13 million
grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training
Administration. These are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
workforce solutions. Adaptive equipment will be provided upon
request to individuals with disabilities.
Students and
community members
are taking advantage
of the many
opportunities offered
by CMCC’s new
Center for Testing
and Assessment.
The Center
provides academic,
placement,
and industry
certification testing
to help students
and professionals
accomplish their
career goals. As
a Pearson VUE
® Authorized
Test facility, the
Center provides a
secure environment
for the delivery
of all academic
and professional
certification tests. Exams offered
include Microsoft,
CompTIA, Cisco,
Linux, ASE
Automotive, ETS
Praxis, and Excelsior
College. CLEP and
DSST exams, which
enable students to
earn college credit
for knowledge
obtained outside the
traditional classroom,
are also offered at
the Center.
The Center is located
in Jalbert Hall right
across from the
library. It is open
from 8:30 a.m.
to 4:30 p.m. on
Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday, and
Friday, and from
12:30 to 8:30 p.m.
on Wednesday. Most tests are
administered by
appointment only.
For more information,
please contact
Dan Dundore, (in
photo, at left) center
administrator at
(207) 755-5450 or
ddundore@cmcc.
edu. Information is
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Scholarship Scramble Raises Over
$50,000
Student’s Act of Kindness Wins Local
Charity over $2,000 in Gifts for the
Holidays
<< Continued from page 1
When asked why Hannah felt the drive to do this,
she smiled and said, “It takes five minutes of my
day [to do something kind].”
Hannah’s letter outlined the wonderful work
Common Ties does to help individuals with
recovery from a variety of issues, including
substance abuse and mental illness.
The 15th Annual Chamber/CMCC Scholarship
Scramble, held in August at Martindale Country
Club, was once again a huge success! The event
raised over $50,000 for scholarships, with half
this amount going to the CM Foundation and
half to the Chamber for its scholarships to local
high school students and adult learners. Chamber
Board Chair Clif Greim at right, presents a check
to President Knapp and Student Government
President Ryan Levesque. At the podium is
Chamber President and Foundation board
member Chip Morrison.
Our thanks to tournament sponsor SymQuest,
co-sponsors Center Street Dental, Evergreen
Subaru, Napa Auto Parts, and Skelton, Taintor
& Abbott for their generosity in underwriting
this great event. The next Scramble will be held
August 26, 2015 at Spring Meadows Golf Club
in Gray.
Photo courtesy of Nathan Tsukroff of Bell Studios
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Hannah’s Christmas wish was for help with heating
oil and gift cards, “to help members get clothes
to keep them warm through the winter.” She also
wished for furniture and other common goods to
help individuals and the organization.
It wasn’t long before Hannah received notice
Common Ties was going to receive a gift.
Through Hannah’s thoughtful and kind gesture,
Common Ties received over $2,000 in gifts,
including $500 from the Dead River company to
help keep the heat on during the winter so they
can focus on helping individuals and not worrying
about paying utility bills.
We are so incredibly proud of Hannah, as both
a student for her hard work during her internship,
and as an individual for her generous spirit.
“Stuff the Bus” Comes Back to
CMCC!
CMCC student, faculty & staff were once
again proud to be part of the annual “Stuff
the Bus” event, hosted by the Androscoggin
Chamber of Commerce. All donations were
distributed to Androscoggin Head Start,
Advocates for Children, Tri-County Mental
Health, and Safe Voices to be given to local
children in need. A special “thank you” to
Northeast Charter for driving the Chamber
elves around to each location to pick up the
toys.
Graphic Communications Students
Display Portfolios
Every year our graphic communications students
display their hard work for faculty, staff and
other students to view and critque. Shown here
at the portfolio exhibit last month are Laurie
Courtemanche (left) and Aileen St. Onge (right).
Wreaths for the Holidays
To the delight of
many students,
faculty and
staff, the CRU
for Christ group
held their
annual wreath
sale again this
year. Standing
are Thomas
Steger and CRU
President Justin
Wilcox. Seated are Vice President Cindy Williams
and Betty Foster, club advisor.
ARC-BECA Trip
The ARCBECA student
group traveled
to Boston
last month
and visited
some worldrenowned
architectural
offices. Andre Rodrigue, AIAS, a junior architect/
designer at the Kao Design Group, led the group
in tours at his firm and at Safdie Architects. Andre,
a graduate of CMCC’s Architectural and Civil
Engineering program, earned his bachelor’s degree
in Architecture at the University of Arizona at Tuscon.
The students also visited the Shepley Bulfinch
architectural firm and then found time to do some
sight-seeing and shopping at Quincy Market.
Riding the elevator here are Architectural and Civil
Engineering students Crystal Smith, Josh Yates,
Erika James, Dane Lisieski, Charles Estabrook,
Adam Gaffer, Jacob Scott (partially hidden), Nic
Purinton, Laura Spencer, Ethan White.
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“Supplemental Instruction”
training held at CMCC for select
individuals around Maine
Construction Update!
The new Learning Tower construction is
progressing well, despite the cold weather! This
recent photo shows the four stories of the building
taking shape. The College broke ground on the
project in October 2014.
The new academic building will house a business
simulation center, case study and presentation
rooms, student study lounges, an organic chemistry
lab, a new reception area and the admissions office.
It will connect to Jalbert Hall and is expected to be
completed by the fall.
In early December, CMCC’s Maine is IT!
program hosted a Supplemental Instruction (SI)
training event. A trainer from the University
of Missouri, Kansas City, came to campus
to present the three-day training. This event
was attended by personnel from several
MCCS campuses as well as many of the UMS
campuses.
Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a student
academic success program that increases
academic performance and retention through its
use of collaborative learning strategies. SI targets
traditionally difficult academic courses--those that
typically have a 30 percent or higher number of
lower final course grades and/or withdrawals-and provides regularly scheduled, out-of class,
SI leader-facilitated sessions that offer students
an opportunity to discuss and process course
information. CM’s Maine is IT! program will
provide SI in several classes beginning this
spring.
C en tral Maine Co mmu n it y C ol l e g e is an e qua l oppo r t u n i t y / a f f i r m a t i v e a c t i o n i n s t i t u t i o n a n d e m p l o y e r . F o r m o r e info r ma t io n
please call (207) 755- 5 2 3 3 .
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